National Guard and Reserve Veterans Eligible for Driver's License Designation

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Thursday, October 19, 2017

Former members of the Guard and Reserve who do not have any
periods of active duty other than their initial active duty for training and
annual training are now eligible to receive “Veteran” on their driver’s
licenses."

This bill ensures that every man and woman who has served this
state and nation is recognized,” said Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Director Erica Jeffries. "Our veterans have given so much for us, and I am
glad Illinois is taking this step to expand designations."

Last year, the Governor signed Senate Bill 2173 to allow National
Guard members and reservists to obtain the veteran identifier on their Illinois
driver's license. Read more: